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Do NOT alter or disassemble the Battery Charger under any circumstances. All faulty units must be returned to REDARC for repair. Incorrect handling or reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock or fire and may void the unit warranty.
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Specifications Part Number BCDC1225(-LV) BCDC1240(-LV) Continuous Current Rating Input Fuse Rating 40A (Not Supplied) 60A (Not supplied) REDARC FK40 recommended REDARC FK60 recommended Output Fuse Rating Output Power 375W 600W DC Input Voltage Range 9-32V (9V-16V for LV models) Solar Panel Open Circuit Voltage 17.5V-28.0V...
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The BCDC1225(-LV)/BCDC1240(-LV) is also designed to isolate the main battery from the auxiliary battery, to avoid over-discharging the main battery. The BCDC1225-LV and BCDC1240-LV operate almost identically to the BCDC1225 and BCDC1240 but are designed to operate from an ignition trigger to allow operation in vehicles with Variable Voltage or Smart Alternators.
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This counteracts the battery’s self discharging or loads applied to the battery. When the battery loses charge, the charger will move back into the Boost stage. Turn On/Off Thresholds Solar (standard)* BCDC1225 & BCDC1225-LV & All Models BCDC1225 & BCDC1240 BCDC1240-LV BCDC1240...
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PRODUCT FUNCTION Error Codes In the event of a fault with the unit installation, either battery or solar panel, ALL the LEDs on the unit will flash to indicate the fault type. Flashing sequences are described in the table below. LED State Description 1 flash (1 flash followed by 3.5 second off)
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Red Wire permanently connected to the Input Source Positive supply and the charger will only charge when the alternator is running. This is not suitable for the BCDC1225-LV or BCDC1240-LV. Input Source Positive 2.1.2 Solar Input The BCDC1225/BCDC1240 is also capable of charging Connected the auxiliary battery from a Solar source.
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INSTALLATION ORANGE wire - Battery Type Select The ORANGE wire is used to select the Maximum output voltage. This is achieved by connecting in the following way: Connected To select Profile A leave the ORANGE wire Orange Wire disconnected. This will set the Maximum voltage to 14.6V To select Profile B connect the ORANGE wire to Orange Wire...
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INSTALLATION BROWN wire - Auxiliary Battery Positive Brown Wire The BROWN wire should be connected to the auxiliary battery’s positive terminal. This should be a maximum of 1 metre in cable length from the battery. Appropriate Auxiliary size fuses should be used as per the specifications Battery table on page 2.
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We recommend that this activity be undertaken by an appropriately trained person. REDARC recommends using a soldered butt splice crimp connection that is covered with heatshrink. See Figure 2.8. REDARC does not recommend using standard red/ blue/yellow blade connections as they are not rated for either the current required or gauge of wire supplied on the unit.
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Charging Profile Select (Refer to section 2.3) Start All ground points must Battery be connected to chassis Auxiliary earth. Battery *Fuse Ratings as per table on Page 2 Figure 2.8b - BCDC1225-LV and BCDC1240-LV Standard setup for a 12V Start Battery...
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A Relay suitable for 12V Vehicle installations is Auxiliary earth. available as part of the REDARC RK1260 Relay Kit. Battery The kit also includes butt-splice connectors, a *Fuse Ratings as per table on Page 2 wiring loom, heat shrink, and instructions.
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INSTALLATION Fusing A single fuse and holder REDARC recommend using MIDI style bolt down fuses as they setup from the Fuse Kits ensure a low resistance connection. The REDARC FK40 and FK60 available from REDARC. Part number FK40 (40A) fuse kits are recommended.
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The most likely cause of this issue is that the BCDC is somehow ‘stuck’ in 24V mode. Try removing the ‘Source Select’ (Blue) wire and reconnecting it. If the problem still exists please contact Redarc Electronics.
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• Friendly, personalised, professional service and product support In the unlikely event that a technical issue arises with a Redarc product, customers are encouraged to initially contact the Redarc Technical Support Team on (08) 8322 4848 power@redarc.com.au for prompt and efficient diagnosis and product support.
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